... also found that adolescent ability to consider the negative consequences of their decisions was impaired relative to adult capacities; they noted that the adolescent participants "focused more on the benefits than the costs of risky behavior" suggesting a lack of future orientation and impulse control in the adolescent group (Gardner & Steinberg, 2005). The results provided additional evidence that adolescents were ... ...

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... exposure to more risk factors, especially early in childhood, increases risk of crime and violence exponentially (Hawkins). Prevention efforts must also continue during later childhood and adolescence to reinforce the benefits of these early prevention programs. Ages 7 to 12, the overriding principle in this age group are to focus on education and strong family support. Transitions from elementary school to middle ... ...

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